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TxDot Calling On Texans To Keep Road Side Workers Safe

5 years ago By News Staff

The side of a highway may be a chaotic environment, but it’s also the daily office space for law enforcement, first responders, utility workers, tow truck drivers and TxDOT workers. That’s why TxDOT is calling on Texas drivers to keep these roadside workers safe.

COVID

5 years ago By News Staff

The latest COVID numbers provided by county officials show a big jump in the number of probable cases here. Last week there were 25 active and 30 probable cases.

A Closer Look at the Local Race Decided by One Vote

5 years ago By Jeff Wick

“Every vote matters, there’s no question,” said Flatonia’s Mark Eversole. The 75-year-old from Flatonia is a living example of the power of even a single vote.

A Closer Look at the Local Race Decided by One Vote

Several Leaders Sworn In Friday at the Courthouse

5 years ago By News Staff

Last Friday, Nov. 13, County Judge Joe Weber (right) administered the oath of office to (from left) Sylvia Mendoza, who was reappointed as Fayette County Tax Assessor-Collector, and the first leaders of the newly-incorporated City of Ellinger, City Commissioner Joe Lamer, Ellinger Mayor Matt Mikulenka and City Commissioner Kenneth Stojanik.

Several Leaders Sworn In Friday at the Courthouse

Founders Park Plan Gets Some Feedback from Public

5 years ago By Andy Behlen

At last Thursday’s Commissioners Court meeting, Fayette County Judge Joe Weber heard some support for the plan to install restrooms at Founders Park on the courthouse square in La Grange, but he took a little push back against his idea to also close-in the space and convert it into office space for future county offices of tourism and economic development.

La Grange Woman Injured in Wreck

5 years ago By Andy Behlen

A La Grange woman suffered serious injuries in a wreck on SH 237 last Sunday, Nov. 8.

Is Local VA Clinic Failing Our Veterans?

5 years ago By Andy Behlen

Local veterans who get healthcare from the VA clinic in La Grange can’t call their doctor, not directly anyway. They can walk into the clinic and get assistance.

County Considers More Purchasing Oversight

5 years ago By Andy Behlen

Fayette County Commissioners discussed setting a new purchasing policy that would require approval by the commissioners court for purchases over $10,000. State law requires counties to go out for bids for purchases of new equipment that exceeds $50,000 in most cases.

Final Second Saturday Soiree is This Week

5 years ago By News Staff

Art Connections Gallery will be busy this Saturday with its monthly reception Second Saturday Soiree with a featured artist, a jewelry trunk show, and two book signings along with artists being present and live music going the full time.

Larry Sodek, Harold Strand Orchestra, Ellinger Combo To Be Honored at TCHCC’s 11th Annual Gala on Dec. 5

5 years ago By News Staff

The Fair Pavilion at the Texas Czech Heritage & Cultural Center in La Grange, Texas will be the site of the annual Gala on Saturday evening, December 5th. Each year, Texas-Czech bands/orchestras and/or individuals are honored for their longstanding dedication to preserving Czech heritage and sharing Czech music, therefore, advancing the Czech culture in Texas.

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